Porgaon
Porgaon is a village located in Paithan tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Paithan (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Porgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Porgaon unique in its vibrant Paithan-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Porgaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Porgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Porgaon is 549469. The village spans a total geographical area of 728.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431105. Paithan is nearest town to Porgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Porgaon
Population of Porgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Porgaon has a total population of about 1,309, with approximately 658 males and 651 females. The sex ratio is around 989 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 206 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.06%, with male literacy at about 65.81% and female literacy near 50.23%. There are around 349 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Porgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,309 | 658 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 116 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 87 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 433 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 225 | 324 |
Connectivity of Porgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Porgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Porgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Porgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Porgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Porgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Porgaon
- Where is Porgaon located?
- Porgaon village is situated in Paithan Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Porgaon?
- Porgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Porgaon?
- The pincode of Porgaon is 431105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Porgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Porgaon is 1,309, with 658 males and 651 females.
- How many households are there in Porgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Porgaon village has a total of 349 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Porgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Porgaon is 58.06%. The male literacy rate is 65.81%, while the female literacy rate is 50.23%.